[QUOTE] /The cost of the visa and overland travel is still a much cheaper and more flexible option than booking a return flight. The visa has the added advantage of permitting folks to stay for 60 days (and extend to 90 for a fee), as opposed to the 30 days offered by the visa exemption.[QUOTE]
The last time I did this, it made no difference - I still got a 30 day stamp on arrival - despite protests from mrsr1 (Thai). So it was a waste of time & money. Am leaving again in a couple of weeks - staying for 40 days, so will do an overland run at Mae Sai - will let you know how it goes...